How To Fix 7A074 - No standard indicator set for a cost element

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 7A - PS Progress Analysis

• Message number: 074

• Message text: No standard indicator set for a cost element

What causes this issue?

A standard cost element must be defined so that the earned values
calculated can be recorded.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Go to Customizing and set the default indicator for a cost element.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 7A074 - No standard indicator set for a cost element ?

  The SAP error message 7A074 ("No standard indicator set for a cost element") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to perform an operation related to cost elements, such as posting costs or creating reports. This error indicates that the system cannot find a standard indicator set for the specified cost element.
  Cause:
  The primary causes of this error message can include:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The cost element may not have been properly configured in the system. Specifically, the standard indicator set (which defines how costs are treated) may not be assigned to the cost element.
  
  
  Cost Element Type: The cost element might not be of the correct type (e.g., primary vs. secondary) for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The cost element master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  
  
  Missing Assignment: The cost element may not be assigned to the appropriate controlling area or may not be linked to the necessary cost centers or internal orders.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA01 (Create Cost Element) or KA02 (Change Cost Element) and verify that the cost element in question has a standard indicator set assigned.
  Ensure that the cost element is correctly defined as either a primary or secondary cost element based on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Cost Element Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) to check the details of the cost element and ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Assign Standard Indicator Set:
  
  If the standard indicator set is missing, you may need to create or assign it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under Controlling > Cost Element Accounting > Master Data > Cost Elements.
  
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the cost element is assigned to the correct controlling area. You can check this in the cost element master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on setting up cost elements correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: KA01, KA02, KA03 for cost element management; KAH1 for standard indicator set management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 7A074 in SAP.